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Evaluating vector-control tools in a setting affected by insecticide resistance.
Evaluating vector-control tools in a setting affected by insecticide resistance.
Shikapande Village in Nchelenge District.
The planned evaluation compares cement, mud and brick wall surfaces.
NHRTI’s research programme includes an experimental-hut study in Shikapande Village, Nchelenge District, designed to evaluate vector-control tools in a setting affected by insecticide resistance.
The planned WHO Phase II evaluation examines a product containing plinazolin on three common indoor wall surfaces: cement, mud and brick. Experimental huts provide a setting for comparing the product’s performance under different conditions.
The programme builds on NHRTI’s work evaluating indoor residual spraying products in Nchelenge. Preparatory community engagement included a visit by the study team to Shikapande Health Post and discussions with community leaders.